Plasma is a gas, composed of neutral molecules and charged particles, in a partially or fully ionized state. In cold plasma, the percentage of charged particles is no more than 1%, and the gas temperature is only 30-40 degrees.
Plasma in a cold state has bactericidal properties and contributes to the destruction of substances hazardous to health (in water and air). These gas properties have become widespread (with the aim of restoration of skin condition) in the field of cosmetology.
The mechanism of action of the procedure
A cosmetic procedure using cold plasma is carried out with a special pen (plasmoliner). During the therapeutic session, the specialist acts with the "handle" on the skin areas without touching the device (a distance of several mm).
An ionized arc arises between the epidermis and the tip of the plasmoliner, which forms a mini skin burn. As a result, the process of cell regeneration and the formation of collagen is activated, and the plasma has a bactericidal effect. As a result, the skin is rejuvenated, scars and acne are eliminated.
The main effects of plasma:
- the resulting ionized gas has a safe photoelectric effect. Unlike ultraviolet radiation, plasma does not promote the development of cancer cells, but it can also penetrate deep into the skin and restore the activity of cells;
- by exposure to cold plasma, the skin quickly heats up to a temperature of 40 degrees (the effect occurs not only on the surface layers, but also on deeper ones). As a result, the upper area of the skin receives a slight damage, which helps to activate the activity of cells to restore the damaged area, including increased collagen production;
- plasma has a mild peeling (cleansing) effect of the upper layers of the skin, without damaging the epidermis.
In the process of performing the procedure, it is not required to make injections or other violations of the integrity of the skin. The procedure is carried out non-contact - as a result, there is no risk of infection. Thanks to the ability to select individual settings, the procedure can be performed on any type of skin, including in areas of increased sensitivity (skin around the eyes).
Biomedical effects of plasma
Cold plasma in cosmetology is used to restore the condition of the skin (rejuvenation, elimination of scars, acne).
Due to ionization and thermal radiation, plasma has the following therapeutic properties:
- antiseptic. Ionized gas is able to destroy microorganisms resistant to strong antibiotics. The property is used to disinfect problem or infected skin (bacteria, fungus, ulcers);
- cell regeneration is activated, as a result, the process of skin regeneration is accelerated. This action is used not only for the purpose of rejuvenation, but also to accelerate the wound healing process;
- collagen production improves. As a result, the skin regains its elasticity and firmness, wrinkles are reduced;
- eliminates scars and age spotsdue to accelerated cell renewal;
- the activity of the sebaceous glands is normalized, as a result, the number of acne breakouts decreases.
In the process of plasma exposure to the skin, the epidermis is heated, as a result the fatty layer decreases, and the removal of excess fluid from the treated area is accelerated.
This contributes to the restoration (natural regeneration) of the skin.
Plasma methods in cosmetology
Cold plasma in cosmetology is used to improve the condition of the epidermis (eliminate wrinkles, improve skin texture, get rid of age spots) by exposure to heat from plasma, which accelerates the process of cell regeneration. There are 2 main methods of plasma rejuvenation, which are discussed below.
Plasma skin regeneration
The procedure consists in a short-term exposure of the epidermis to plasma in the form of millisecond pulses. It uses a special device filled with nitrogen, which, under the action of an electric current, forms a plasma between the skin and the device.
Due to the short and non-contact time of exposure, the likelihood of a severe burn of the epidermis during the procedure is minimal. The size of the treated area, as well as the depth of penetration of heat from the plasma, can be adjusted by changing the distance between the device and the skin or by changing the current pulse.
If the skin is exposed to plasma with the setting of the apparatus using "low" energy, then the procedure can achieve a slight lightening of the skin, elimination of mimic wrinkles and the effect of light peeling. If the device is tuned to "high" energy, then deep folds can be eliminated, the face contours can be lifted and stretch marks / scars can be eliminated.
Fractional Microplasma RF Technology
Fractional skin regeneration is performed using plasma flashes and subsequent mechanical treatment of the problem area. For the procedure, an apparatus is used on the base of which there is a nozzle with many electrodes (in the form of microneedles).
As the handpiece approaches the skin, electrical discharges generate plasma bursts, causing a thermal effect on the skin. Further, the current supply is automatically turned off and the nozzle (when touched with the treated skin) acts as a massage roller, as a result, the effect of the procedure is enhanced.
The microplasma method allows you to eliminate deep wrinkles, stretch marks and reduce scars. Also, using fractional technology, it is possible to process large areas of the skin (stomach, thighs).
Pros and cons
Cold plasma in cosmetology, if the procedure is performed correctly, allows you to achieve tangible results from the first application, and after completing the course (these are 3-7 sessions) the effect lasts for at least 3 years. The procedure has other pluses as well as minuses.
| Benefits | disadvantages |
| The procedure is painless, the patient feels only warmth. | A large list of contraindications. |
| The treated area is restored within 5-7 days. | |
| The procedure is carried out mainly contactless. As a result, the risk of infection during the session is practically zero. | Difficult rehabilitation period (strict rules). |
| Possibility of spot processing without injuring healthy areas. | |
| The skin is restored through natural reactions, which provides an improvement in the condition of the epidermis within several months after the end of the course. | To carry out the procedure at home, specialized courses are required. |
| The procedure does not provoke the development of cancer cells, therefore repeated courses are as safe as the primary ones. | |
| Plasma activates the process of cell regeneration, disinfects wounds and accelerates their healing, so the presence of abrasions at the treatment site is not a contraindication (this point is present in almost all other methods of skin rejuvenation). | The possibility of developing complications, especially with a low qualification of a specialist or improper skin care during the recovery period. |
| A wide spectrum of action (destruction of pathogenic microorganisms, restoration of elasticity and firmness of the skin, elimination of age spots). | |
| One device can eliminate both fine and deep wrinkles, produce superficial or deep peeling by adjusting the current power. | The high cost of the procedure when it is necessary to treat several areas |
The most important advantage of procedures using cold plasma is a visual reduction in age up to 10 years without surgery.
Indications for use
The procedure with the use of cold plasma is recommended in the following cases:
- to eliminate pigmentation or freckles;
- to remove scars, scars or stretch marks;
- to eliminate flat freckles, papillomas or moles;
- to eliminate acne (acne);
- to disinfect wounds and speed up the healing process;
- to destroy pathogenic microflora on the skin;
- to restore skin elasticity and skin firmness;
- to restore the oval of the face;
- to eliminate fine and deep wrinkles;
- bags and puffiness under the eyes;
- for the treatment of infectious dermatological diseases;
- for tattoo removal;
- to normalize skin color.
Also, the procedure can be used for medicinal purposes to enhance the permeability of medicines for external use, to increase the effectiveness of the drug.
Contraindications
In cosmetology, it is strictly forbidden to use cold plasma when:
- the presence of an allergy to the compounds used for anesthesia and skin disinfection;
- the presence of oncological formations;
- a pronounced inflammatory reaction or severe wound suppuration;
- the presence of diseases of the heart and blood vessels, as well as kidney, liver and pulmonary system;
- endocrine pathologies and epilepsy;
- exacerbation of chronic diseases;
- violation of blood composition (anemia, increased / decreased coagulation);
- having colds or fever;
- severely reduced immunity or lack thereof (HIV, frequent colds);
- carrying a child, lactation and during menstrual flow.
If there is a piercing on the body, it should be removed for the duration of the session. If other procedures were performed for the purpose of rejuvenation (fillers, peels, laser cleaning) within 3 weeks, then the procedure is also prohibited.
Can the procedure be done at home?
The procedure using cold plasma is not recommended at home. To achieve the desired result, it is not enough to have the knowledge of a cosmetologist. You need to know all the rules and subtleties of using the device. This requires taking special training courses from specialists (knowledge from video on the Internet is not enough).
For home use, equipment is sold with low power and minimal settings, which does not allow achieving the desired effect.
What is the difference between cold plasma and laser exposure, injections for rejuvenation?
Cold plasma in cosmetology stands out with its pluses and minuses when comparing the effect of a laser and injections:
| Distinctive points | Cold plasma treatments | Using a laser | Using injection |
| How the effect is achieved | Cold plasma predominantly heats the upper layers of the skin, activating cell regeneration and collagen formation naturally | The laser beam by heating evaporates the upper layers of the epidermis, as a result, the process of cell regeneration is launched to create a new layer of skin, and the production of collagen is also activated | A special composition is injected under the skin, which can be curative (the components included in the composition activate the renewal of epidermal cells and the formation of collagen) or perform the function of a filler (wrinkles are straightened as a result of filling the voids under the skin with the introduced composition) |
| Soreness of the procedure | Pain relief is used extremely rarely, the patient often feels warm | Pain relievers are required | Soreness is not high, but present. Anesthetic gels are used |
| The risk of infection | Absent | Minimal. Only when combing the crust or removing it yourself ahead of time | Potential injection of the needle under the skin |
| The appearance of the skin after the session | Possible slight redness of the treatment area | Redness and swelling at the site of laser exposure, followed by a feeling of skin tightening due to crust formation | Pinpoint hematomas and hemorrhages remain at the injection site |
| Features of the rehabilitation period | The skin is restored within 5-7 days | Restoration of the epidermis up to 6 weeks (during this time, a new skin is formed and a crust is rejected from the old skin) | The skin is restored in 3-14 days. Depends on the composition used |
| Possible side effects | They develop extremely rarely | Pigmentation may appear, and with improper skin care during the rehabilitation period, scars may form | Suppuration of puncture sites as a result of infection. Lump formation under the skin |
| Method effectiveness | High and persists for a long time (from a year) | High efficiency with preservation of youthful skin for up to a year | Injections can smooth wrinkles (mostly shallow) up to 8 months. The effect may be mild. |
| Distinctive features of the procedure | Has a disinfecting effect. Skin condition improves within 3-6 months after the end of the course | Cannot be applied in the eye area | An allergic reaction to the composition may develop |
When choosing methods, contraindications should initially be taken into account, only after that the choice of the method of rejuvenation is made.
Types of devices, models, prices
For the procedure of skin rejuvenation using cold plasma more often the following types of devices are used:
- Plasmajet Derma. Manufacturer England. Argon plasma is used;
- PlasM. Germany. Works on nitrogen;
- Plaxpot. Korea. Equipped with high electrical safety.
The cost of the equipment is specified by the manufacturer before the conclusion of the contract. In Russia it is from 20,000 rubles.
Procedure
A cold plasma skin restoration session consists of 3 main stages, which are discussed below.
Training
It is recommended to choose a proven beauty salon with certificates for these procedures.
At the first visit, the master examines the skin to determine the severity of the reason for treatment (wrinkles, scars, age spots). Further, the specialist discusses the existing contraindications for their exclusion.
Procedure steps
The sequence of the procedure:
- Dirt or cosmetics are removed from the treatment area using disinfecting compounds.
- An anesthetic gel / cream is applied at the client's request.
- The device is adjusted to the required current pulses.
- The tip is disinfected.
- Spot processing of the problem area is carried out. The duration of exposure in each area is no more than 1 second.
- At the end, the skin is re-treated with an antiseptic, followed by the application of a moisturizer or nourishing cream.
Depending on the selected treatment area, the duration of the session can vary from 20 to 45 minutes.
Healing period
After skin rejuvenation using cold plasma the following conditions of rehabilitation must be observed:
- disinfect and moisturize the skin for 7 days, the procedure is carried out at least 3 times a day;
- avoid prolonged exposure to the sun, it is additionally recommended to use sunscreen;
- you cannot visit saunas, baths, solariums during the week;
- do not use peels and scrubs to cleanse the skin for 10 days.
The use of decorative cosmetics is prohibited for up to 10 days. On the 8-10th day, there is a noticeable improvement in the condition of the skin, even after one procedure. The recommended number of sessions for deep wrinkles is up to 7 pcs. with breaks between them at least 20 days. The maximum effect of the procedure is noted 4 months after the completion of the course.
Possible consequences
In case of insufficient qualifications of a specialist, a session may end with skin burns. if the rules of care are not followed, the effectiveness of the procedure will decrease. the appearance of age spots is possible.
In case of increased skin sensitivity, it is initially recommended to perform a trial treatment of the epidermis on inconspicuous skin areas. If the reaction is negative, carry out the treatment of the required area.
The cost of procedures in clinics in Moscow, St. Petersburg
In clinics in Moscow and St. Petersburg, the following prices are set for procedures:
| Purpose of application | Plasma exposure time (min) | Average cost (in rubles) |
| Elimination of herpes | 5-15 | 1000 |
| Elimination of fungus | 5-20 | 1500 |
| Eliminate acne | 20 | 2000 |
| Peeling | 40 | 2500 |
| Skin rejuvenation | 60 | 3000 |
| Removal of tattoo or moles | 20 | 1000 |
Cold plasma allows you to achieve rejuvenation of the epidermis and, due to its antiseptic properties, is used to eliminate pathogenic microorganisms on the skin (fungus, bacteria or viruses). The result is noticeable 10-14 days after the first session and intensifies over 4 months. Due to its multidirectional nature, it is used in medicine and cosmetology.
Video about the results of the plasma rejuvenation procedure
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everything represented as cold plasma is not cold plasma. cold plasma has a temperature of about 45 * C !!!! do not mislead people, these devices can only do burns.
by the way, the cost of a cold plasma apparatus is about 81,000 euros
Russian-made cold plasma medical equipment can be purchased from the distributor company Medis LLC.
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